Frontal burr hole approach for neuroendoscopic resection of craniopharyngioma with the NICO Myriad device: report of two cases
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DOI: 10.1007/s00381-017-3386-1
Abstract: ObjectiveCraniopharyngiomas are challenging tumors to resect due to their deep location and proximity to vital structures. The perceived benefit of gross total resection may be tempered by the possibility of permanent disability. Minimally invasive techniques… read more here.
Keywords: nico myriad; burr hole; resection; approach ... See more keywords
The feasibility of performing multiple burr hole surgery in pediatric moyamoya patients as a response to failed mEDAS
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DOI: 10.1007/s00381-021-05093-z
Abstract: To investigate the feasibility and clinical effectiveness of performing multiple burr hole surgery in pediatric moyamoya patients as a response to failed modified encephaloduroarteriosynangiosis (mEDAS). From January 2014 to May 2018, multiple burr hole surgery… read more here.
Keywords: pediatric moyamoya; multiple burr; value; hole surgery ... See more keywords
Optimal duration of postoperative drainage following burr hole surgery for chronic subdural hematoma: A systematic review and network meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1007/s00423-025-03853-y
Abstract: Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a prevalent neurosurgical condition with a high recurrence rate after burr-hole surgery. The optimal duration of postoperative drainage remains controversial, with varying clinical practices worldwide. This systematic review and network… read more here.
Keywords: duration; burr hole; postoperative drainage; drainage ... See more keywords
Burr hole trepanation for chronic subdural hematomas: is surgical education safe?
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DOI: 10.1007/s00701-017-3458-8
Abstract: BackgroundThere is a paucity of data concerning the safety and efficacy of surgical education for neurosurgical residents in the evacuation of chronic subdural hematomas (cSDH) by burr hole trepanation.MethodsThis is a retrospective analysis of prospectively… read more here.
Keywords: hole trepanation; burr hole; surgical education; teaching cases ... See more keywords
Drain type and technique for subdural insertion after burr hole evacuation of chronic subdural hematoma
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DOI: 10.1007/s00701-020-04473-9
Abstract: Strengths and limitations of subdural versus subperiosteal drain location after burr hole evacuation of chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) are currently debated. The safety of subdural placement of a drain has been questioned in a recent… read more here.
Keywords: technique; drain; hole evacuation; evacuation chronic ... See more keywords
Letter to the editor regarding “How I do it: operative nuances of multiple burr hole surgery for moyamoya disease and syndrome”
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DOI: 10.1007/s00701-020-04512-5
Abstract: Dear Editor, We read with great interest the recent paper by Lavrysen et al. [3] published on Acta Neurochirurgica. The authors provided a description of burr hole surgery, a surgical indirect revascularization procedure used in… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; artery; hole surgery; burr hole ... See more keywords
Clinical outcome of subdural versus subgaleal drain after burr-hole drainage for chronic subdural hematoma
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DOI: 10.1007/s00701-024-06320-7
Abstract: Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is commonly treated by burr-hole drainage with subgaleal or subdural drain insertion, mostly based on surgeon’s preference. We analyzed the recurrence rate and clinical outcomes after burr-hole drainage for CSDH and… read more here.
Keywords: burr hole; hole drainage; subgaleal drain; drain insertion ... See more keywords
Burr hole evacuation of chronic subdural hematoma in general versus local anesthesia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1007/s00701-025-06475-x
Abstract: Chronic subdural hematoma (cSDH) is a highly prevalent condition that frequently requires surgical evacuation. This is typically achieved through burr hole evacuation, which can be performed under either local anesthesia (LA) or general anesthesia (GA).… read more here.
Keywords: burr hole; evacuation; subdural hematoma; anesthesia ... See more keywords
Multiple Burr-Hole Surgery for the Treatment of Moyamoya Disease and Quasi-Moyamoya Disease in Children: Preliminary Surgical and Imaging Results.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.03.282
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Moyamoya disease (MMD) is characterized by a progressive spontaneous occlusion of distal internal carotid arteries and its main branches. It is necessary to promptly diagnose and treat this condition, especially in children, because of… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; burr hole; moyamoya disease; moyamoya ... See more keywords
Surgical rescue technique for incomplete burr hole using a small bone piece and the craniotome.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.06.080
Abstract: Incomplete penetration of a burr hole sometimes occurs when performing a craniotomy in elderly patients due to osteoporosis. Completion of the burr hole takes more time and may sometimes cause tearing of the dura mater.… read more here.
Keywords: bone piece; burr hole; hole; small bone ... See more keywords
Single vs. double burr hole craniostomy in surgical treatment of chronic subdural hematoma: A meta-analysis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.07.097
Abstract: OBJECTIVES Chronic subdural hematomas (cSDH) are one of the most common illness in the department of neurosurgery worldwide. As for the surgical procedure, some doctors prefer to single burr hole craniostomy (SBHC), however, other neurosurgeons… read more here.
Keywords: burr hole; csdh; meta analysis; hole craniostomy ... See more keywords